Gracie Raleigh

10/21/2026

6 AM Jiu Jitsu hits different. 🥋☀️

There’s something powerful about starting your day by doing something for yourself.

You walk in half-awake and leave with a clear head, endorphins flowing, and a sense of accomplishment before the rest of the world gets going.

But the biggest benefit? Building the habit of showing up for yourself.

You’ll have busy days, long weeks, and plenty of reasons to hit snooze. Making time for yourself in the morning is a reminder that your goals, your growth, and your well-being deserve a place on your calendar, too.

And when you have a team beside you, pushing you to get a little better every day, those early mornings become something to look forward to.

Show up for yourself. Put in the work. Start your day strong.

📍 Gracie Raleigh | Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
🥋 6 AM crew — see you on the mats!

10/16/2026

You’re capable of more than you think. 🥋

Show up, step on the mat, and find out what you’re made of. Whether you’re looking to build confidence, challenge yourself, or find a team that pushes you to be better, it starts with one class.

Try your FREE class at Gracie Raleigh and discover what’s in you.

Your first step starts here. 👊

10/15/2026

Life gets loud. The stress, the responsibilities, the worries that follow us everywhere. Sometimes you need to put all of that down for a little while, step onto the mats, and remember what matters.

Meet up with your teammates. Push each other. Sweat together. Laugh together. Find your center again.

Jiu Jitsu isn’t just about learning how to fight. It’s about learning how to keep going, how to grow, and how to show up a little better each day.

Whatever you’re carrying today, there’s a place for you on the mats.

More than a gym. A team. A community. A place to grow.

🥋 See you on the mats at Gracie Raleigh.

10/08/2026

“The whole time while I was going through radiation, I was going to Jiu-Jitsu.”

Tom Webb was diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2020. When it returned last year, and the rounds of radiation resumed, he never stopped training. This year at 52, Tom competed in his first Tap Cancer BJJ Open, winning gold in his division. With the support of his teammates at Gracie Raleigh, family, and friends… Tom stepped on the mats for himself and everyone else who is fighting for their lives. Thank you for sharing your story and inspiring all of us today.

10/05/2026

This is the last call for registration for the Kids in House Tournament. We are closing registration Tuesday night at 9pm.

What to know before you register

Divisions
Divisions are built based on weight, age, and experience.

Submissions
Submissions are permitted in the older children's divisions. They are not allowed in the 4 to 6 age bracket.

Membership status
Competitors must be active students with a membership in good standing and be training regularly leading up to the tournament.

Attendance
Students need at least 20 completed classes and consistent attendance leading up to the event.

Cancellations
If you register and can no longer attend, please let us know by email or in writing so we can adjust the brackets and format.

One thing we want to be clear about: this day is meant to be fun and empowering, not pressure. Competing is a choice. The real value is in the weeks before it, when a student has a goal to train toward and shows up with a little more purpose. Some kids are eager to test themselves and some aren't ready yet, and both of those are completely fine.

We'd love to see students there either way. Kids who aren't competing are welcome to come watch, cheer on their teammates, and be part of the day. Some of the best moments at these events happen on the sidelines.

Registration will close Tuesday night 10/6 at 9pm.

Please Fill Out the Form Below for the Gracie Raleigh In-House Tournament Date: Sunday, October 11th, 2026 Time: 12:30 AM Registered Competitors: Here - Cancellations: If you register but can no longer attend, please provide notice via email or in writing so we can adjust the brackets and tournament...

10/04/2026

A clip of Elliot hitting his tarikoplata this weekend. You can watch the full match and tons of more action on the The Carolina Copperheads YouTube

10/03/2026

Proud of the team for their great performances today at Battle of the Badges Jiu Jitsu and The Carolina Copperheads qualifiers.

Thanks to all the teammates who came out in person to support and those who watched online!

09/29/2026

What an incredible turnout for our Women’s Only Open Mat! 🥋✨

A massive thank-you to every single woman who stepped through the doors, shared rounds, and brought such genuine energy to the mats. Whether you were visiting from another academy, putting on the gi for the first time in a while, or a regular part of our daily team, you made the room buzz.

For over 15 years, our mission at GR has been simple: create a welcoming, supportive environment where anyone can step onto the mats, test their limits, and become the best version of themselves. Events like this are a direct reflection of that vision—tough training, zero ego, and a community lifting each other up.

To everyone who shared sweat, techniques, and laughs: thank you for making our community what it is.

Keep an eye out for the next one. We can’t wait to see you back on the mats!

09/23/2026

Don’t make this mistake when passing! 🚨‼️

When going for a bull fighter pass or a double over if we shift our weight in the wrong direction we can open ourselves up to getting reversed.

09/21/2026

Sparring is hard. You get tired, you get hit, you make mistakes, and then you get back in there for another round.

But you’re never doing it alone.

Every round is a conversation between teammates. We push each other, test each other, help each other improve, and leave the mats better than we came in.

The goal isn’t to prove you’re the toughest person in the room.

It’s to build a room full of people who make each other tougher.

Show up. Put in the rounds. Take care of your teammates. Get better together.

That’s Muay Thai. 🥊